Extra weekly flights to Mumbai and Ahmedabad enhance trade connectivity and increase cargo capacity.
Dubai: Emirates SkyCargo is deepening its commitment to India with the launch of two new weekly freighter services—one to Mumbai and another to Ahmedabad—building on more than four decades of operations in the country. The expansion aims to support India’s growing trade and connect businesses with suppliers, partners, and customers worldwide, providing an additional uplift of around 3,000 tonnes per week.
New Freighters to Enhance Connectivity
Currently, Emirates serves India with three weekly freighters—one to Mumbai and two to Ahmedabad—alongside bellyhold cargo on 167 passenger flights to nine Indian gateways.
The new Mumbai service, launching on March 4, 2026, will connect Dubai, Singapore, and Mumbai, while the Ahmedabad freighter will operate as a direct, dedicated flight from Dubai. Both freighters are expected to carry high-demand commodities such as pharmaceuticals, fresh fruits and vegetables, perishables, and personal electronic devices, reflecting strong trade flows between India and global markets.
Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates SkyCargo, said, “Our new freighter frequencies to India reflect the strength of India’s trade corridors and our long-term commitment to supporting them. India is a powerhouse in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, perishables, and eCommerce, and the demand for reliable cargo capacity continues to grow.”
Supporting CEPA and Bilateral Trade Growth
As the third anniversary of the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) approaches, bilateral trade between the UAE and India has surged, with India’s exports to the UAE outpacing overall growth.
Emirates SkyCargo supports this trade by transporting key goods on a weekly basis, including 600 tonnes of pharmaceuticals, 500 tonnes of perishables, significant volumes of garments and textiles, and an increasing number of electronic products such as laptops, tablets, and mobile phones.
Road Network and Domestic Reach
Beyond air cargo capacity, Emirates SkyCargo has developed an extensive trucking network across India. In 2025 alone, more than 1,000 trucks transported nearly 5,500 tonnes of cargo, including automotive and aircraft spare parts, machinery, spices, and even a satellite.
Temperature-controlled trucks ensure the safe transport of sensitive pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. The airline has also recently added Coimbatore and Goa as offline stations, creating new opportunities for businesses in these regions to connect with global markets.
A Growing Presence Across India
Since launching operations to Mumbai and Delhi in 1985, Emirates SkyCargo has expanded its network to nine Indian cities: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Thiruvananthapuram, solidifying its position as a key facilitator of trade between India and the rest of the world.
